When to plant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) in New Haven
Common questions
When can I sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in New Haven?
Direct-sow around early July (Jul 3–Jul 24) in New Haven, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
When will melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) be ready to harvest in New Haven?
Expect to harvest from around mid September (Sep 16–Oct 11) in New Haven, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 75%.
When should I start melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) seeds indoors in New Haven?
Start seeds indoors around mid April (Apr 20–May 11) in New Haven, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 79%.
When can I transplant melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) outdoors in New Haven?
Transplant outdoors around early July (Jul 3–Jul 24) in New Haven, based on its local frost dates. Confidence 81%.
How long is the growing season in New Haven?
New Haven has roughly 184 frost-free days, which is enough time to grow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) to maturity outdoors.
Sow melon (cantaloupe/watermelon) 6–8 weeks before your last spring frost; plant out 2–3 weeks after it. Every date on this page is derived from that rule and New Haven's frost dates.